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OSU art faculty showcase their works in latest Gardiner Gallery exhibition

Fri, Aug 30, 2024

The Biennial Faculty Exhibition opened at Oklahoma State University’s Gardiner Gallery of Art Aug. 19, featuring work from full-time, adjunct and emeriti faculty members within OSU’s Department of Art, Graphic Design and Art History. “There is a saying that goes something like this: artists make art for other artists,” said Andy Mattern, a faculty member whose photography samples are on display. “Of course, we want general audiences to connect with our work as well, but when your peers look closely and recognize your efforts, it is something special.”

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OSU partners with Mexican professionals to combat disinformation

Wed, Aug 28, 2024

Oklahoma State University recently partnered with the U.S. Embassy in Mexico to create a unique program to train young Mexican professionals and students to identify and confront political disinformation.

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Trapped in her web: Integrative biology researcher receives funds for spider cannibalism research

Wed, Aug 21, 2024

Dr. Shawn Wilder, an associate professor in Oklahoma State University’s Department of Integrative Biology, was awarded $541,373 from the National Science Foundation for his project "Testing How Nutrients Affect Offspring Traits Using Cannibalism as a Model System."

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Prairie Arts Center launches new season of youth programming

Thu, Aug 08, 2024

The Prairie Arts Center will kick off its fall youth programming on Aug. 27 with the first Art Academy class of the 2024-25 academic year. Art Academy is an after-school course designed for students who wish to explore and grow their artistic aptitude. Students learn and practice foundational skills in the visual arts and are exposed to various 2D and 3D mediums. Art Academy students also develop strong visual literacy and critical thinking skills by viewing and discussing their own artwork and the artwork of others.

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Physics’ Meyers granted NSF CAREER award for crystal structure research

Wed, Aug 07, 2024

Dr. Derek Meyers, an assistant professor in the Oklahoma State University Department of Physics, has been awarded an NSF CAREER award totaling $740,000 to fund his research on synthesizing and analyzing artificial crystal structures with behaviors called topological orders.

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OSU welcomes young professionals from Mexico to learn about media literacy

Mon, Aug 05, 2024

Last week, Oklahoma State University welcomed young professionals, journalists, government officials and students from Mexico to learn about media literacy and disinformation.

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Computer Science's Pu receives NSF grant for Internet of Drones systems research

Wed, Jul 31, 2024

Dr. Cong Pu, an assistant professor in Oklahoma State University’s Department of Computer Science, was awarded a three-year grant totaling $288,398 from the National Science Foundation's Secure and Trustworthy Cyberspace program. This grant will support Pu's research aimed at improving the security and privacy of Internet of Drones systems.

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Summer 2024 Niblack Scholars complete research experience

Wed, Jul 31, 2024

This summer, six scholars are finalizing their research and preparing to present their findings to Niblack in October.

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OSU Museum of Art presents ‘Healing Through Conflict’ by Jessica Teckemeyer

Wed, Jul 31, 2024

The Oklahoma State University Museum of Art kicks off the fall 2024 season with “Healing Through Conflict,” a thought-provoking solo exhibition by Jessica Teckemeyer, associate professor of sculpture at OSU.

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Putting their guard up: Integrative biology’s Emberts researching animal armor and defensive evolution with NSF grant

Mon, Jul 22, 2024

Dr. Zachary Emberts, an Oklahoma State University Department of Integrative Biology assistant professor, is researching animal armor and fighting behavior with more than $700,000 in awards from the National Science Foundation.

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Singing their praises: Cantamus Camerata places first in international choir competition

Mon, Jul 22, 2024

Oklahoma State University Greenwood School of Music choral group Cantamus Camerata competed in the invitation-only International Musical Eisteddfod — or the Choir of the World Competition — in Llangollen, Wales, on July 5 and 6.

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Chemistry’s Schnitzler awarded NSF grant for atmospheric aerosol research

Wed, Jul 03, 2024

Oklahoma State University assistant professor of chemistry Dr. Elijah Schnitzler recently received a National Science Foundation CAREER award for his project “Origin and Evolution of the Light Absorption of Biomass Burning Aerosol.” Schnitzler’s work centers around atmospheric aerosols, or suspensions of tiny nanoparticles in the air. His research aims to increase understanding of how atmospheric aerosols affect air quality and climate, which are “two major public health concerns in the U.S. and around the world,” he said.

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